Case Study: CAE achieves high‑tech culture transformation and 18 proofs‑of‑concept in 12 months with HYPE Innovation

How CAE Used Planbox to Revolutionize Its High-Tech Culture and Propel 18 Ideas to Proof-of-Concept in Just 12 Months

CAE, a global high‑tech training and simulation company with more than 13,000 employees, launched a 12‑month challenge to accelerate its cultural transformation into a more innovative, tech‑driven organization. The goal was to break down silos, engage employees at scale, and turn everyday ideas into strategic solutions that align with CAE’s vision.

Using the CAEimagine program on the Planbox platform, the company mobilized over 1,100 participants to submit 1,000+ ideas, generate 2,000+ comments and votes, and produce 18 proof‑of‑concepts. Supported by 25+ mentors, an innovation playbook, and targeted trials (including a collaboration tool now being piloted with 160 users), the initiative improved strategic alignment, agility, and employee engagement while embedding a sustainable, employee‑driven innovation culture.

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Thanathip Keobouarabath

Senior Manager, Operational Excellence and Change Management